Will's hot tub

This morning, Will went to see the legendary Dr. Ponsetti for his fourth casting. Before each new cast, we need to soak the old ones for about 15 minutes to soften them up for removal. Today was also the first day that the boys were separated. Rich took Will to the appointment and I stayed home with Jack.

Uncle Robb & Aunt Kathrine

Robb was home on a 10 day leave from Kosovo and was able to spend some quality time with his nephews.

Robb did a lot of baby holding while he was here.

Week 2 pictures

Here are some more pictures of Jack and Will.

We are learning to sleep in the crib.

Jack in his thinking pose.

Will is checking something out.

Our first outing

Since the boys arrived, they have only left the house for doctor appointments due to the Arctic like temperatures we have had in tropical Muscatine. Therefore, when the temperature reached 36 degrees today, we decided to take a family walk along the river front.

We love the Snap-N-Go stroller!

Walking path along Mississippi River in downtown Muscatine.

Grandpa taking his turn at the helm of the stroller!

The Family is home (Will right, Jack left)

Jack hungry for Will's arm

Jack getting some sun

Will napping

Their first fight (Jack left)

Grandparents

Grandma and Jack

Grandpa and Will

Grandmothers

Hangin' out with the boys

Jack (top)

Will left

And the winner is...

Brian Harden!!!

Here are the results of the friendly wager (click to expand):

Brian had both sexes correct and tied for the closest weight to William and received 60 points; edging out Uncle Brett who had the closest time of birth and sex of Jack (55 points).

Rich, AKA, "Dad" was purposefully forgiving to all other players with his wagers and was the only one not to receive any points.

Brian, your prize is in the mail!

Thanks to everyone for taking part.

They're Here!

The Benner Babies have arrived!

Jackson Foster

Born: 1/11/08 @ 8:21am

Weight: 5 lbs 12 oz

Length: 19"

William David

Born: 1/11/08 @ 8:22am

Weight: 5 lbs 5 oz

Length: 18"

Mom, Dad & babies are doing GREAT!

Will and Jack sortly after arrival.

Proud Grandma Linda

The Benner's cozy in their room.

William and Jackson's Big Debut